Monthly Archives: December 2011

Weaponizing Viruses

Full Article at: “Weaponizing Viruses – The Article” Yes, we’ve created yet another new verb by “-izing” a noun. What are your thoughts on the US govt. sponsored research in Holland that has taken a highly pathogenic (but poorly transmitted) … Continue reading

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Updated 2011 IRS Requirements: Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA)

Feb. 1, 2012 Update on New US IRS Requirements for Expats: This new regulation requires expats who have over $50,000 total of foreign financial/savings/checking/investment accounts to file a new form with the IRS every year, starting with our 2011TY filings … Continue reading

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New Immigration Rules for Mexico to Start Jan. 2, 2012

Dec. 20 Update on New Immigration Law: There are reports from INM offices around Mexico that the New INM Law will begin implementation on Jan 2. 2012. There are reports that INM staff have been attending special training sessions on … Continue reading

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Updated Absentee Voting Information for US Expats in Mexico

Full Article at: “Updated Absentee Voting Information for US Expats in Mexico” Consulado de los EEUU en Mérida, México Calle 60 #338K x 29 y 31, Colonia Alcalá Martín Mérida, Yucatán, México C.P. 97050 Message for U.S. Citizens Dated: December … Continue reading

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New Permanent Import Vehicle Emissions Testing Requirements for Mexico

As of Nov. 20, 2011, Aduana has instituted new emissions testing requirements for permanently importing vehicles from the US into Mexico. Contemporaneous testing must be done in the USA at certified stations before entering Mexico to get a Permanent Import … Continue reading

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